Salanar the Horseman is the leader of the Dark Riders of Acherus. He is in charge of equipping the new Death Knights with the means to acquire their Deathchargers. His steed Fury can be found near by during Phase One. He is able to send players to the Realm of Shadows when they are attempting to claim their own Deathcharger. While in the Realm of Shadows one can find Shadowy Tormentors and Dark Riders of Acherus all around the area.

During Phase Two, he is found mounted on Fury near the stage Prince Valanar is standing on while giving a speech to the death knights. His Dark Riders, now friendly, are found patrolling around.

It is unknown what happens to him or his Dark Riders after the Revolt. It is possible they returned to the Realm of the Shadows.